What does the cryptic crossword clue "Action of lifting the foot (5)" mean?

The definition is "Action of lifting". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). THE (synonym of "the") + FT (synonym of "foot"); definition: "Action of lifting" The answer is THEFT.

Action of lifting the foot (5)

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